Starlet Rivals by Puneet Bhandal
A middle grade school story set in the glamorous world of Bollywood: Book One of the new Bollywood Academy series.
“A deliciously readable addition to the stage-school story canon for song-and-dance fans of 7+” * The Guardian *
“This is everything readers could want – dream come true film opportunities, stays in the most glamorous locations, new friendships and the tiniest hint of romance. Young readers who love Ballet Shoes or The Swish of the Curtain, or who dream of stage stardom, or those who just love stories with great characters in exciting situations, they’ll all devour this new series. Applause all round!” * LoveReading4Kids *
“Not only is the book bursting with glamour and excitement, it also has thoughtful messages about the perils of the limelight and the importance of doing the right thing. A delightful page-turner.” * BookTrust *
“Boarding school, betrayal and Bollywood glamour – this book has it all. The first in Puneet Bhandal's brand new series is a riveting, rapturous read that's every bit as captivating as a show-stopping Bollywood dance. I would love to see it screened either as a movie or a Netflix series.”
“Readers will enjoy this glimpse into the glamorous world of Bollywood show business. This first book in a series opens the curtain for more scene-stealing moments in the future.”
“This is everything readers could want – dream come true film opportunities, stays in the most glamorous locations, new friendships and the tiniest hint of romance. Young readers who love Ballet Shoes or The Swish of the Curtain, or who dream of stage stardom, or those who just love stories with great characters in exciting situations, they’ll all devour this new series. Applause all round!” * LoveReading4Kids *
“Not only is the book bursting with glamour and excitement, it also has thoughtful messages about the perils of the limelight and the importance of doing the right thing. A delightful page-turner.” * BookTrust *
“Boarding school, betrayal and Bollywood glamour – this book has it all. The first in Puneet Bhandal's brand new series is a riveting, rapturous read that's every bit as captivating as a show-stopping Bollywood dance. I would love to see it screened either as a movie or a Netflix series.”
— Paperback Snob
* Paperback snob *“Readers will enjoy this glimpse into the glamorous world of Bollywood show business. This first book in a series opens the curtain for more scene-stealing moments in the future.”
-School Library Journal
* School Library Journal *
Puneet Bhandal is a former Bollywood film journalist and current owner of an Indian occasionwear boutique where her dresses are modelled by real-life stars including 'Miss England 2021'. The Bollywood Academy is her debut middle grade series.
| SKU | Unavailable |
| ISBN 13 | 9781915244000 |
| ISBN 10 | 1915244005 |
| Title | Starlet Rivals |
| Author | Puneet Bhandal |
| Series | The Bollywood Academy |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Lantana Publishing |
| Year published | 2022-07-19 |
| Number of pages | 264 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
| Note | Unavailable |